Senior Bridge Design Engineer

COWI; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangement

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

COWI is seeking a Bridge Engineer to contribute to high-profile infrastructure projects in the Seattle region. You will work closely with the Technical Director and Project Managers, collaborating with customers on challenging designs and deliveries.

The role requires a Civil/Structural Engineering background, PE eligibility within 12 months, and 8+ years in bridge design. Familiarity with AASHTO and structural software is essential. Seattle-based hybrid work model offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering; PE license expected within 12 months of employment.
• 8+ years of bridge design experience in relevant markets.
• Familiar with AASHTO codes and structural analysis software such as MDX, LARSA, CSiBridge, MIDAS.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work plans, schedules, and budgets with analysis of complex structures.
• Coordinate with senior engineers on proposals, project coordination, and client meetings.
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, and technical reports per design codes.
• Prepare standard construction documents, specifications, and proposal documents.
• Conduct bridge inspections, load rating analyses, seismic evaluations, and retrofit studies.
• Provide construction support including submittal reviews and site visits.
• Supervise junior engineers in designs and documentation.

Skills

Collaboration

Team leadership

Client communication

Engineering calculations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

MDX

LARSA

CSiBridge

MIDAS

Excel

Mathcad

Job description

COWI is seeking a Bridge Engineer to contribute to high-profile infrastructure projects in the Seattle region. You will work closely with the Technical Director and Project Managers, collaborating with customers on challenging designs and deliveries.

The role requires a Civil/Structural Engineering background, PE eligibility within 12 months, and 8+ years in bridge design. Familiarity with AASHTO and structural software is essential. Seattle-based hybrid work model offered.